Joanna will demonstrate her unique method of working with Southern Ice, and outline the solutions to common difficulties encountered when using porcelain. There will be hands-on sessions later in the day, with guidance at hand from Joanna should you need it. Please feel free to bring along your own source material if you wish. See Joanna’s work at www.joannahowells.co.uk.

An interesting, informative and fun course beginning with a step-by-step demonstration on how to create an animal form using the clay slab technique and hand modelling. Later in the day there will be an opportunity to try your hand at sculpting, with guidance from Neil should you need it. Please feel free to bring along your own source material if you wish. Suitable clay bodies, glaze and colouring, and alternative sculpture techniques will be discussed throughout the day. Examples of Neil’s work will be available to view, as well as photos showing his range of sculptures. See Neil’s work at www.neildalrymple.com.

A hands-on full day workshop introducing a wide variety of techniques and the correct application of our wide range of brush-on glazes. Ideal for teachers, hobby ceramists and contemporary studios/clay cafés. As this is a very popular course, we highly recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment.

An exciting, hands-on talk & workshop hosted by Peter Wildgoose of Spectrum Glazes. The day will begin with the launch of the new Raku colours from Spectrum and jewellery making with paper clay and raku in the microwave using the Micro Kiln. There will be an introduction to their new glass products for use in the Micro Kiln or Chameleon Glass Kiln from L&L. Spectrum product Health & Safety will also be covered and there will be a short session on firing and features of L&L Kilns. Spectrum products can be viewed at www.spectrumglazes.com.

A full day course incorporating demonstrations and hands-on opportunities. Covers glaze preparation and application, kiln firing and advice on kiln construction. Please book now as places are limited due to the intensity and content of the course. Pots for glazing will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own low-fired bisque pots if you wish - please contact us for more details. You are welcome to take home your finished pieces at the end of the day. See John’s work at www.johnwheeldonceramics.co.uk.

Internationally renowned potter, David Frith will host this full day course dealing with all aspects of throwing with practical demonstrations and hands-on sessions. This is a very popular course and places are limited due to the nature of the tuition (max. 8 places) so please book early. See David’s work at www.pottery.demon.co.uk.

This seminar, although aimed at teachers and technicians, will prove equally valuable to all potters and hobbycraft specialists. It will provide a concise appraisal of the current Health & Safety regulations and recommendations enabling conformity to them.

Covers kiln construction, installation, operation and correct use; repairs and replacement of elements; temperature control; various firing cycles and use of cones; kiln furniture; maintenance and safety considerations.

Basic glaze technology; glaze preparation and adjustment; glaze formulation; typical recipes; mixing; opacifiers; colouring pigments; wax resists; masking techniques etc.; demonstration of glaze application methods and various decorative techniques; glaze firing; firing cycles and faults. Outstandingly popular and useful seminar.

If you need to cancel your booking your cancellation must be received in writing at least 14 days before the course date. A full refund will be made of course fees paid. We are unable to process a refund for cancellations received less than 14 days before the date of the course.

All seminars will be held at Potclays in Etruria, Stoke on Trent. Seminars will commence promptly at 9.00am and will finish at around 3.30/4.00pm. We try to keep group sizes as small as possible to ensure you get the most from your day. A buffet lunch and refreshments are provided: Please advise us of special dietary requirements well in advance. Local accommodation is available, please call for details if required.